Bills Mafia Upset Over Josh Allen’s NFL Top 100 Ranking — “No Respect” | NFL Wires
Buffalo’s passionate Bills Mafia believes Josh Allen is disrespected after his NFL Top 100 ranking slipped. Explore fan reactions, stats, and what this means for Allen’s legacy.
Introduction: A Snub That Fired Up Buffalo
When Josh Allen was ranked 12th on the NFL’s annual Top 100 Players list, chosen by fellow players, the reaction in Bills Mafia—Buffalo’s passionate fan base—was explosive. Critics argue that Allen deserves a higher spot, and many fans feel the ranking is yet another sign he isn't getting the respect he's earned. At NFL Wires, we break down why this ranking sparked such a strong backlash.
Bills Mafia: “He’s a Top-10 QB, No Question”
In Western New York, Allen is viewed as a superstar. Local fans voiced their dismay loudly. One fan told WBEN:
“He was eighth last year and did nothing to make it go down… It makes no sense.”
Despite finishing 12th in the Top 100, Bills Mafia's sentiment is clear: Allen’s MVP-caliber performances and leadership demand a top-tier ranking.
Allen’s 2024 Season: MVP Stats, Still Underrated?
Looking at his 2024 performance, Allen delivered another MVP-caliber campaign:
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Led the league with 44 total touchdowns—passing and rushing
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Guided Buffalo to a division title and AFC Championship appearance
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Set multiple franchise and league records, including five consecutive 40+ touchdown seasons
Yet, ranked just behind quarterbacks like Mahomes (#4) and Lamar Jackson (#2), fans could not hide their frustration.
League and Media Reaction: Validating or Dissing Allen?
Some voices outside Buffalo defended the ranking. Veteran columnist Pete Prisco placed Allen behind non-QBs like Saquon Barkley and Myles Garrett, calling it a reflection of overall impact.
But Bills GM Brandon Beane blasted anonymous critics as “idiots,” saying such labels are “cowardly and invalid,” and claimed Allen is more often underrated than overrated.
Why the Ranking Still Matters
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Team Confidence – A Top 10 spot could reinforce Allen’s standing across the league.
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Legacy Building – For an MVP-caliber QB like Allen, rankings can shape narrative.
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Motivation – Fans and players view this slippage as fuel heading into 2025.
For the outspoken Bills Mafia, rankings are more than numbers—they're statements.
NFL Wires Takeaway
Despite statistical dominance and playoff leadership, Josh Allen sees himself as underappreciated by his NFL peers. Whether No. 12 was a snub or just misinterpretation, one thing’s crystal clear: Bills Mafia isn’t staying silent—and Allen will have 2025 performances to prove his rank was underestimated.
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